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As a (job title) you will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence.

We are seeking a highly experienced Clinical Trial Risk Management Specialist with a strong pharmaceutical industry background. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in clinical trial development, risk management, and monitoring processes, with a proven track record in managing complex clinical studies within a global matrix environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee clinical trial risk management activities, including identification, assessment, and mitigation of study-related risks throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.

• Utilize strong clinical and monitoring experience (central and site) to ensure high-quality data collection, analysis, and reporting.

• Conduct clinical data analytics to identify risk signals, trends, and outliers to proactively manage and mitigate trial risks.

• Collaborate cross-functionally across global and country teams to ensure alignment with clinical development strategies and compliance with international regulations and company standards.

• Apply expert knowledge of international standards (GCP, ICH), health authority requirements, and organizational policies to support global drug development.

• Leverage advanced digital tools, e-databases, and risk-based monitoring platforms to enhance trial oversight and reporting.

• Manage timelines and deliverables effectively, demonstrating strong project management skills.

• Foster an inclusive and collaborative team environment by recognizing diverse talents, working styles, and cultural contexts.

• Support transformation initiatives by integrating AI and advanced analytics into clinical trial processes.

• Provide subject matter expertise in specific therapeutic areas as required.

You are:

• Minimum of 5 years of recent experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including clinical research within pharmaceutical companies or CROs.

• At least 3 years of comprehensive experience in clinical monitoring (central and/or site), clinical data analytics, data management, or related fields.

• Experience Working in Cluepoint

• Deep understanding of the clinical trial management process, including protocol interpretation, study risk assessment, and risk management methodologies.

• In-depth knowledge of global drug development processes, regulatory environments, and industry best practices.

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex clinical data and drive actionable insights.

• Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to work effectively within a global, matrixed organizational structure.

• Proficiency in using digital clinical tools and analytics platforms.

• Experience in project management with a track record of delivering projects on time.

• Awareness of team dynamics and experience fostering collaborative, high-performing teams.

• Experience in clinical trial transformation efforts, including AI and analytics integration.

• Ability to navigate diverse cultural environments and promote inclusion.

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others

Visit our careers website to read more about the benefits of working at ICON: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.   We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.